Prenatal Care Guidance

RESOURCES

Prenatal Care Guidance (PCG) aims to promote optimal pregnancy health and birth outcomes by providing brief intervention in-home support and educational services to low-income pregnant women residing in Contra Costa County. PCG offers up to three home visits for a pregnant woman and provides education, support and resources to ensure that all the family’s immediate needs are met.

Who is Eligible for PCG?

PCG serves pregnant women who are low-income, Medi-Cal-eligible who reside in Contra Costa County. Women must be pregnant at the time of referral.

What Services Does PCG Provide?

Four Community Health Worker Specialists (CHWS) provide the following services:

Assist women and their children in gaining access to health coverage and health care

Connect women to prenatal providers

Promote women's health during, and between pregnancies

Educate and support families about pregnancy and parenting

Link families to appropriate resources and services

All services are free and provided in English and Spanish regardless of immigration status.

How Can a Woman Access PCG Services?

Pregnant women can be referred by their prenatal care or Healthy Start Program provider.